PRESS RELEASE - Component Control

RAPCO Selects Component Control to Manage PMA Manufacturing,
and Overhaul & Repair Businesses
SAN DIEGO, CA, March 20, 2012 – On the eve of the PMA parts & DER Repairs 2012 Conference
Component Control announced that customer RAPCO (Replacement Aircraft Parts Company), a provider of
FAA-PMA aircraft parts and component repair services, has chosen its Quantum Control TM MRO and Logistics
software to simultaneously manage manufacturing and MRO for both RAPCO and its sister company RAPCO
Fleet Support. RAPCO cites Component Control’s focus on aviation, superior support, and flexibility to add
modules as needed, as the top reasons why Quantum was chosen.
“Quantum provides complete operational capabilities for complex PMA parts manufacturing and MRO to fully
support, automate and streamline both of our growing businesses,” said Patrick White, President of RAPCO.
Quantum’s integrated manufacturing module efficiently manages the highly-regulated PMA manufacturing
processes including support for multiple product lines, floor control, inspections, materials planning, purchasing
and outside servicing. Quantum’s Shop Control module manages the complete component and assembly
repair and overhaul process.
White continued, “With Quantum, we’re also improving the flow of supply chain information to our distribution
network by offering a secure web access to our available parts via the StockMarket module. Our distributors
can login 24/7 and search real-time availability of parts to support their business needs.”
The Quantum Control MRO and Logistics solution installed at RAPCO operates on a highly scalable and
secure Oracle TM database and includes a range of logistics and business modules. For more information on
the specific modules purchased by RAPCO, please see appendix one below.
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About RAPCO
Since 1982 RAPCO Inc. has manufactured quality FAA-PMA approved replacement parts for general aviation
aircraft. Since the beginning its mission has been to produce products that meet or exceed OEM performance,
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provide availability and offer competitive prices. Years of experience combined with the latest technology
enables RAPCO to improve on existing designs as well as develop innovative new products. Rigorous
research and development along with its FAA approved quality control program help to achieve a high level of
performance and consistent reliability. The RAPCO product line is available through its worldwide distribution
network of dedicated aviation professionals. For more information, please visit www.rapcoinc.com.
About Component Control
Component Control, based in San Diego, Calif., is a leading developer and provider of MRO and Logistics
Software solutions for the aviation industry. Its core product, Quantum Control, provides advanced aviation
management support to original equipment manufacturers, aftermarket service divisions, component repair
and overhaul companies, fixed base operators, aircraft completion centers, airlines, MRO facilities, and part
distribution / redistribution companies. Quantum is installed in over 50 countries and can be deployed as a
single-site or multinational solution. For more information, please visit www.componentcontrol.com.
Company Contact:
Media Contact:
Jocelyn Scott
Jane Goring/Jennie Tewson
Executive Vice President, Customer Services
Inter Relations & Company
Component Control ph: +44 (0) 1403 218588
ph: 619.696.5449
e: jane@inter-relations.co.uk
e: Jocelyn@componentcontrol.com jennie@inter-relations.co.uk
Appendix one:
RAPCO has purchased the following Quantum Control modules to transform their business:
Bar-code module provides real-time integration between Worth Data's proven RF scanning technology
and Quantum's Inventory, Shop Control, Manufacturing, Physical Inventory and A/C Services modules.
Event Manager for automated reporting, e-mailing and faxing to customers, suppliers and internal
users.
Forms Designer for enhancing or customizing standard Quantum forms such as Repair Order,
Customer Quote, ATA 106 and more.
Integrated Accounting, which includes General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and
more - all totally integrated with Sales, Purchasing, Repair, Exchange, Work Order and Invoicing
modules.
Integrated Document Imaging provides the ability to hold images or documents against part number,
stock line, quote, sales order, repair order, work order, manufacturing order or company data.
Manufacturing
Shipping module to automate and manage the shipping and order consolidation process to include user
defined stages and statuses.
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Shop Control
StockMarket module, an integrated supply chain tool that allows your company to automatically post
real-time updates of selected inventory and capabilities to StockMarket.aero.
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